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Drachm - Ariarathes I Sinope 333 BC - 322 BC

 
Silver 5.47 g 19 mm
Description
Issuer
Kings of Cappadokia
Prince
Ariarathes I (331 BC - 322 BC)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
333 BC - 322 BC
Value
Drachm
Currency
Drachm
Composition
Silver
Weight
5.47 g
Diameter
19 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-09
References
Numista
N#427291
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Sea-eagle standing left, set on dolphin; below, Ariarathes in Aramaic.

Script: Aramaic

Translation: Ariarathes

Comment

Simonetta, Coins p. 15; SNG von Aulock –; SNG Copenhagen (Paphlagonia) 290; BMC Pontus p. 96, 9.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Drachm - Ariarathes I (Sinope) (333 BC - 322 BC) from Kings of Cappadokia made of Silver weighing 5.47 g is that it features the image of a mythical creature called a Griffin on one side, which was a symbol of protection and strength in ancient Greek mythology.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
ND (333 BC - 322 BC)  - - - - - -

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